Art Expedition Flinders Ranges
The arid ranges of Australia offer some of the finest scenery anywhere in the world. The combination of spectacular peaks, rugged gorges and the rich colours of the desert offer artists a stunning visual palette.
The Flinders Ranges of South Australia are regarded as perhaps the most spectacular of all the arid mountain ranges. Aiming to create comprehensive artistic expedition, we have selected some of the best most scenic locations in the Flinders Ranges.
Like all our art expeditions, you will enjoy access to spectacular wilderness settings with comfortable camps and 4WD vehicle support.
The Flinders Ranges of South Australia are regarded as perhaps the most spectacular of all the arid mountain ranges. Aiming to create comprehensive artistic expedition, we have selected some of the best most scenic locations in the Flinders Ranges.
Like all our art expeditions, you will enjoy access to spectacular wilderness settings with comfortable camps and 4WD vehicle support.
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Itinerary / Highlights
Day 1 Clare Valley, and Davey's Gully, Mt Remarkable National ParkWe pick you up from your accommodation in Adelaide between 7:00 and 7:30am, driving north to one of Australia's premier wine growing regions, the picturesque Clare Valley. We walk along a historic railway line on the Riesling Trail arriving at Seven Hill, Clare Valley's oldest winery - a chance to try some of the regions finest wine followed by a picnic lunch in the peaceful gardens. We travel further north to Mt Remarkable National Park where we enjoy a late afternoon art session with spectacular views of Spencer Gulf and the southern Flinders Ranges. Our camp tonight is in the park where we sleep under the stars, surrounded by Sir Hans Heysen's inspiration & the magnificent River Red Gum.
Day 2 Alligator Gorge Quorn & Arkaba Station
Waking early from our bush camp we walk amongst towering River Red Gums enjoying the tranquil beauty of the rocky creek line. A wonderful opportunity for us to see wallabies and kookaburras as our path meanders between water holes. Driving north we stop in Quorn for a chance to enjoy a scrumptious Quandong Pie before arriving at stunning Arkaba Station bush camp.
Day 3 Wilpena Pound Elder Range
We take a short drive from camp to the start of our walk on the Heysen Trail, we look for viewpoints back south over the Elder Range and North to the pound itself. After completing the walk we take a short drive to our private bush camp at Willow Springs Station where we spend the next two nights.
Day 4 Wilpena Pound
Today we explore the many stunning locations in and around Wilpena Pound. An optional scenic flight is recommended
Day 5 Bunyeroo Gorge and Aroona Hut (17km)
With the northern mountains of Wilpena Pound as our backdrop, we explore viewpoints in the Bunyeroo Valley, enjoying glorious views of St Marys Peak. A short transfer takes us to our secluded bush camp at Aroona Hut, nestled in the foothills of the magnificent Heysen Range. Discover the early pastoral history of the Aroona homestead and ruins or just relax and watch kangaroos grazing at dusk.
Day 6 Aroona Hut - Parachilna
Exploring the historic Aroona homestead and its restored pug and pine hut, this is the landscape that inspired artist Sir Hans Heysen on his numerous visits to the Flinders Ranges. We enjoy a picnic lunch before heading south to outstanding Prairie Hotel and tonight's accommodation in the Shearers Quarters at Parachilna
Day 7 The Dutchman's Stern
After a short drive to Dutchman's Stern Conservation Park we enjoy great scenes amongst Sugar Gums and Bottle Brush forests. The top of the Stern provides spectacular views of Spencer Gulf, the southern Flinders Ranges and the shimmering salt expanse of Lake Torrens.
Following another delicious lunch we drive through the Pichi Richi Pass we head south to Adelaide where our trip concludes.
